1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Audi A8. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A8.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 370 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
